About the role#
The Pharmacy Intern position is an advanced technician role designed to build clinical competency under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. You will participate in patient care, drug preparation, and interdisciplinary rounds while working to meet patient treatment goals. This role involves maintaining compliance with Ohio Board of Pharmacy regulations and hospital policies.
What you'll do#
- Provide information to patients regarding pharmacy policies, insurance, and refills.
- Facilitate communication between patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Perform medication history interviews, first-dose teaching, and discharge counseling.
- Monitor medication therapies by interpreting laboratory values and reviewing profiles.
- Review medication orders for drug interactions, dosage, and frequency.
- Prepare and administer vaccinations and compounded products.
- Perform pharmacokinetic monitoring and provide drug information to providers.
- Help teach and provide feedback to entry-level students completing rotations.
- Process transactions and handle computer order entry.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited School of Pharmacy.
- An active Pharmacy Intern license from the Ohio Pharmacy Board.
- Eligibility to work as a pharmacy intern in Ohio.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Windows, and standard office equipment.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Prior experience in a retail, hospital, or community pharmacy setting is preferred.
- High School Diploma or GED.
Location & details#
- Location: Parma, Ohio.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
About University Hospitals
University Hospitals is a nonprofit health system based in Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 1866, the organization operates a network of 23 hospitals and over 250 health centers and physician offices across 16 counties. It employs more than 30,000 people and maintains an affiliation with the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. The system provides clinical care and research across numerous specialties including oncology, cardiology, and pediatrics.
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